First Century & Flying Solo

[arielmoon]

This from the official ride photographer. I think we are approaching the lunch stop at around 55 miles.



I took the bike in today and we lower the seat and moved the saddle a hair forward. Hard to tell just yet if it will make the difference as my knee is still sore but I am optimistic!

[kermit]

Okay, I am going to let you in on a little secret. Ice baths. My husband trains for tri's, and swears by them. He is 6'6", 250 lbs., needless to say very hard on himself, used to play football. When he runs he gets sore knees. The ice baths really help and take away the soreness. Just thought I'd pass it along. The photo is great, my mom is in Ocala. I used to ride horses there. Great town.
My century got rained out.
Hope your knees get better. Just a question? What kind of cleats and pedal system do you have? Maybe if you have look, a little more float(red cleat) might help.

[arielmoon]

Okay, I am going to let you in on a little secret. Ice baths. My husband trains for tri's, and swears by them. He is 6'6", 250 lbs., needless to say very hard on himself, used to play football. When he runs he gets sore knees. The ice baths really help and take away the soreness. Just thought I'd pass it along. The photo is great, my mom is in Ocala. I used to ride horses there. Great town.
My century got rained out.
Hope your knees get better. Just a question? What kind of cleats and pedal system do you have? Maybe if you have look, a little more float(red cleat) might help.

Thanks, I had a marathon runner tell me about ice baths but I wimped out of trying it this time.

I have speedplay 5x pedals, so lots of float!

[tulip]

I've found Arnica gel to really help with aches and pains.

[TrekTheKaty]

I like your new avatar, Arielmoon!

[Momonbikemob]

Wow! That is so great! I am very impressed and inspired!
The pics are wonderful... How did you get those pics of your riding partners' back? Impressive.

[arielmoon]

Thank you!

It was quite interesting actually. I had my tiny little digital camera in my jersey pocket but I had no idea if they were going to turn out! I didnt slow down and I couldnt see other than to get Connor in the right side of the frame. I dont think he even knew I was taking them either!